W4 Post Listv3.0.9
Build lists the Query Loop can't: posts grouped by year, category or author, term lists and user directories — via block, shortcode or widget.
Alternatives to Category Thumbnail List
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Category Posts Blockv5.1.2
Shows a list of recent posts from a category - with thumbnails, excerpt and a load more button. For posts, pages and the Site Editor.
List category postsv0.96.0
Very customizable plugin to list posts by category (or tag, author and more) in a post, page or widget. Uses the [catlist] shortcode to select posts.
Display WooCommerce categories, post categories, tags, and custom taxonomies anywhere on your website using simple shortcodes.
Show Featured Thumbnailsv1.0.1
Adds a featured image thumbnail column to the Posts and Pages list screens, and allows assigning an image directly from the list if none exists.
Display recent posts filtered by post type, category, tag, or author — as a classic widget, Gutenberg block, or shortcode.
Ultimate Post Listv5.2.9
Make up custom-tailored preview lists of the contents easily and place them in widget areas and post contents.
Automatically set a default featured image for all WordPress posts, pages, and custom post types — no more missing thumbnails, ever.
Display recent posts from any category as a modern, stylish widget on any page on your website.
Clickable Featured Imagev1.1.5
Make WordPress featured images clickable. Link post thumbnails to the full-size image, attachment page, or post permalink.